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Students at St. Agnes School in Chicago Heights raised $1,650 during their Lenten service project to purchase diapers for Franciscan Health Olympia Fields’ diaper pantry for new moms in need. The project, called For the Sake of New Life, spanned...

While many women may be intimidated by the prospect of getting a mammogram, the mammography technologists from Northwest Indiana (NWI) Breast Care Center at Methodist Hospitals are there to educate and encourage everyone who walks through the door. ...

The Michigan City community now has access to more expansive and inclusive healthcare options as HealthLinc’s newest clinic is officially open for business. The facility, located at 200 Alfred St., opened its doors on March 4 ready to assist people...

SHOES WILL GO TO DISASTER-STRICKEN, HOMELESS & UNDER-PRIVILEGED. Collection boxes are located in the Main Lobby of Franciscan Health Fitness Centers, 810 Michael Drive, Chesterton, IN. Changing Footprints, a Green organization, our recycling...

Franciscan Health Michigan City is offering comfort and support to families who have suffered the loss of a pregnancy or newborn with a memorial service. Remembering Our Babies will take place at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at St. Stanislaus Catholic...

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields has added two new vice presidents to its ranks. Fulton Porter III, MD, FACP, FHM, is the new Franciscan Health Olympia Fields vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer and Michael Randall is the new...

The Franciscan Health Burrell Cancer Center is hosting a series of free support groups for cancer patients and their caregivers. Support groups provide an opportunity to openly share experiences with other patients and caregivers and include guided...

Franciscan Health Michigan City will provide free blood pressure, blood glucose and body mass index screenings at three Michigan City barbershops on April 20 as part of the 12th Annual Indiana Black Barbershop Health Initiative. The events,...

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields has been recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ for Maternity Care designation as part of the Blue Distinction Specialty Care program. The program plays a key role in...

Northwest Health – La Porte recently honored Justin Pendilla, RN, with the Daisy Award for exceptional nursing – most notably for his outstanding communication with his patients and their families and always being responsive to their needs....